After finishing 8-8-4 last season the rebuilding project is certainly progressing for third-year head coach Ron Rainey and the University of Iowa Hawkeyes. [+]
Set to face Drake this Saturday at 7 p.m.
2008 squad features two seniors and 10 newcomers
Rainey's crew opens Aug. 23 against Drake
Site features photos, blogs and podcasts
Includes semifinals and championship of Big Ten Tournament
Highest ranking since 1999 season
Iowa to also host Big Ten Tournament Nov. 6-9
Rachel Blakesley will join Iowa this fall
Team had overall grade-point average of 3.21 last year
Hawkeyes look to build off last year's success in 2008
